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Former LSU Great Tyrann Mathieu to be Featured Speaker at 2026 Independence Bowl Kickoff Dinner
The Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl routinely features some of collegiate sports’ greatest players and coaches to help kick off the college football season at the annual Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl Kickoff Dinner, and 2026’s version of the event will welcome former LSU great and Super Bowl champion, Tyrann Mathieu, as the featured speaker on Monday, August 17.
Fernando Mendoza Becomes the Third Independence Bowl Alumni to be Selected with First Overall Pick in NFL Draft
As the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2026, the bowl saw just its third former player selected with the first overall selection in the NFL Draft during Thursday night’s first round, as Fernando Mendoza was selected by the Las Vegas Raiders with the first pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Independence Bowl 50th Anniversary Kickoff Party Set for May 7
Indy Bowl Overtime, hosted for the first time by the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl in 2025, will be even bigger in 2026, serving as the official Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl 50th Anniversary Kickoff Party.
15th Annual Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl Youth Football Clinic Hits the Field on Saturday, June 6
A summer staple on the Independence Bowl Foundation’s slate of year-round community events, the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl Youth Football Clinic returns to Independence Stadium for its 15th edition on Saturday, June 6 from 8-11 a.m.
Junior Tennis Classic Featured Around 150 Youth Tennis Players from Across North America
For the third straight year, the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl welcomed youth tennis players from across North America to Shreveport-Bossier City for the annual Independence Bowl Junior Tennis Classic. Nearly 150 players from 11 different states, as well as one player from Calgary, Alberta, made the trip to the 318 for the USTA National Level 5 tournament.
Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl Releases Special 50th Anniversary Logo
As part of the celebration of the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl’s 50th edition, the bowl released a special-edition 50th anniversary logo.
2026 Chairman Keith Burton at the Helm of Independence Bowl Foundation after Annual Membership Meeting
Buy TicketsMembership2026 Chairman Keith Burton at the Helm of Independence Bowl Foundation after Annual Membership Meeting SHREVEPORT, La. (March 17, 2026) – As the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl celebrates its 50th anniversary...
Former Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl Players Impress at NFL Combine
The event that officially kicks off NFL Draft season, the NFL Combine, was this past weekend, February 26 through March 1, and four Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl alums were among the hundreds of draft prospects in Indianapolis, Ind. to take the next step in their football journey.
Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl Junior Tennis Classic Hits the Courts March 28-29
For the third consecutive year, the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl will host youth tennis players from across the country for the annual Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl Junior Tennis Classic. The USTA National Level 5 Tournament will be hosted on Saturday, March 28, and Sunday, March 29, at Pierremont Oaks Tennis Club and various tennis venues across the Shreveport-Bossier City area.
News & Notes: Independence Bowl Alumni Shine in Super Bowl LX
The Seattle Seahawks dominated the New England Patriots, 29-13, in Super Bowl LX in a game that featured five former Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl players on the active rosters. Two Independence Bowl alumni added their names to the list of Super Bowl champions – wide receiver Jake Bobo (Duke, 2018) and running back Cam Akers (Florida State, 2017).
What to Watch For: Four Independence Bowl Alum to Play in Super Bowl LX
Super Bowl LX kicks off this Sunday, February 8, and when the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks take the field at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., four Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl alumni will be entering the biggest stage in sports.
By the Numbers: A Look Back at the 2025 Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl
The 49th Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl was played just over one month ago, and the 2025 version again proved why the game is so important for the Shreveport-Bossier City area.
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